Highly specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Stafford, ST16 3AG
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
1 September 2026
1 days left
Job description
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- As part of the Speech and Language Therapy assessment process to provide evidence based, high quality swallowing and communication assessments, interventions and coproduced care plans. To provide clinical reviews of these assessments and interventions working closely with the wider MDT to support delivery and evaluation of clinical outcomes.
- Participate and lead on research within area of clinical expertise where possible to raise understanding and awareness of the benefits of Speech and Language Therapy and awareness of communication.
- Lead on the development and delivery of specialist Speech and Language Therapy education and training to: service users, carers, families' staff, students and other relevant organisations.
Main duties and responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for providing a communication service to the case load dependent on service need. The post holder will be responsible for managing a complex caseload and as an highly specialist speech and language therapist responsible for clinical and caseload supervision, training of other team members and on occasion external partners The post holder will be responsible for providing highly specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessment, interventions and advice in the clinical area of communication needs. The post holder will be responsible for providing Specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessment, interventions and advice in the clinical area of complex dysphagia.
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
- Health And Care Professions Council Registered Speech and Language Therapist
- RCSLT Registered
- Evidence of Continued Professional development
- Practice Placement Educator
Desirable
- Higher Level Degree
- Leadership qualification
- Post Grad Training in Mental Health Issues Learning disabilities , and challenging behaviour
- Member of RCSLT, regional clinical Excellence network appropriate to specialist area of post.
- Dysphagia Trained
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of extensive post registration experience including working with adults experiencing mental health related difficulties, , communication issues and cognitive impairment.
- Experience of implementing best practice and ability to carry out clinical audit
- Experience of integrating care delivery across multi disciplinary /multi agency teams
- Experience of training and development of other Speech and Language Therapists / support staff Experience of presenting at local/national level
Desirable
- Extensive experience of working in mental health and or learning disabilities
- Experience working in community services
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
18 August 2026
Last checked
20 August 2026
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